Frankie Howerd
as Willie Joy
Jumping for Joy • Movie • Rating 6.7 out of 10
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overview
What is Jumping for Joy about?
Willie Joy gets mixed up in the shady world of dog racing. At the racetrack, cleaner, Willy Joy is tricked into buying Lindy Lou, a useless greyhound, who's not too healthy either. While getting the dog back in shape, Willy crosses paths with a gang of crooks who's specialty is fixing the races with doped dogs. It blends comedy elements. The film reflects a distinct United Kingdom style and perspective. The story is brought to life by director John Paddy Carstairs. With a runtime of 1h 15m, it offers a concise viewing experience.
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Cast and crew of Jumping for Joy
The main cast includes Frankie Howerd, Stanley Holloway and Alfie Bass. Behind the camera, the film is directed by John Paddy Carstairs, written by Henry Blyth and Jack Davies, produced by Raymond Stross and Earl St. John.
Stanley Holloway
as Captain Jack Montague
Alfie Bass
as Blagg
Lionel Jeffries
as Bert Benton
Susan Beaumont
as Susan Storer
A.E. Matthews
as Lord Reginald Cranfield
Tony Wright
as Vincent
Joan Hickson
as Lady Emily Cranfield
Terence Longdon
as John Wyndham
Colin Gordon
as Max, 1st Commentator
Richard Wattis
as Carruthers
Danny Green
as Plug Ugly
Barbara Archer
as Marlene
William Kendall
as Blenkinsop
Ewen Solon
as Haines
Reginald Beckwith
as Smithers
Philip Stewart
as Dog Track Crowd
Alf Dean
as